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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/y3esqu7zg9/cabinzero-classic-28l/z7b0ovdh8l/waterfield-pro-executive-laptop-backpack/"
title: "CabinZero Classic 28L vs Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack"
description: "CabinZero Classic 28L vs Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
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# CabinZero Classic 28L vs. Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [CabinZero Classic 28L](https://onebag.travel/carryon/y3esqu7zg9/cabinzero-classic-28l/)

by [Cabin Zero](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Cabin Zero)

![Front facing view of the CabinZero Classic 28L](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1600641572/carryons/cabinzeroclassic_tt5xfy.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>28 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.6 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>39×30×20 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>98%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$93</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| CabinZero Classic 28L | Feature | Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| front | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside |
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>600 Denier Polyester</td><td>1050 Denier black Ballistic nylon/ Full-grain leather accents</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/z7b0ovdh8l/waterfield-pro-executive-laptop-backpack/)

by [Waterfield](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Waterfield)

![Front facing view of the Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1618904131/carryons/Waterfield_Pro_Executive_Laptop_Backpack_b4yvnq.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>25.5 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.41 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>41.91×34.29×17.78 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>93%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$350</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the CabinZero Classic 28L and Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack

-   **Compression straps:** 4 on the CabinZero Classic 28L; No on the Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack.
-   **Opening:** Clamshell on the CabinZero Classic 28L; Top zip on the Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack.
-   **Passport pocket:** Front on the CabinZero Classic 28L; No on the Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack.
-   **Water bottle pockets:** 1, side on the CabinZero Classic 28L; No on the Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack.

Both have: backpack straps, laptop sleeve, water resistant.

## Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on

We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 176 accept both. 10 accept only the CabinZero Classic 28L, and 0 accept only the Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack.

### Only the CabinZero Classic 28L fits

Air Niugini, Cayman Airways, LC Perú, Lion Air Group, Regional Express, Spring Airlines, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Wizz Air.

## CabinZero Classic 28L vs. Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack: which should you pack?

The **CabinZero Classic 28L** carries 2.5L more than the **Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack** (28L vs. 25.5L), while the **CabinZero Classic 28L** is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 1.41kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **CabinZero Classic 28L** fits 98% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the CabinZero Classic 28L; if you want to travel lighter, the CabinZero Classic 28L is the better call.